![]() ![]() Electrically power-assisted bicycles (PAB) are included in this European Standard to prevent all common dangers and events associated with them when used or misused intentionally by anyone.Here is what EN15194 (2017) certification includes: But very soon Rad Power is going to get their ebikes certified with UL2849 too. The main difference is that their ebikes are certified in Europe. However, the brand claims that their all ebikes are certified with EN15194 which is almost similar to the UL standard. No! Rad Power Bikes are not certified with UL2849. These batteries are not checked by any authority and are installed in ebikes, they explode after a few usages.Īs an ebike user, you must check whether your ebike is certified with UL2849 to ensure your safety as well as others. You know the main cause of e-bike battery fire is faulty lithium-ion Chinese batteries. To ensure the safety of ebike users and residents the Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC) has warned manufacturers, retailers, importers, and distributors of ebikes and micromobility devices to comply with established UL safety standards. Which is becoming a very alarming situation for the country and ebike users. Must Read: Palo Alto Bans E-Bikes on Unpaved Paths in Open Space Preserves Why do ebikes need to be UL certified in USA?Įbikes technology is still evolving and some of them are catching fire while charging or due to any other reason. Electric shock and other electrocution risks are checked carefully which might be possible during charging over the product’s lifetime.All types of eBikes such as pedal assist ebike, e-scooter, hoverboards, and sit-to-operate ebikes.Read about Zbee, an inventive e-pod by Swedish brand Clean Motion, see some of the e-mobility concepts from the Frankfurt Motor Show, an autonomous bus and three-wheel robot and Audi’s Ride e-tron scooter which promises skateboard thrills.Through this Standard, Electric bikes’ electrical drive train, battery, and charger systems are examined to ensure their electrical and fire safety. ![]() I’ve been visiting and testing quite a few new transport products lately. Then on the weekends, I head out on my full suspension mountain bike. MR: I ride an ebike everywhere, switching it up between our RadWagon, RadRover and RadRunner. All new innovations will have an even higher value proposition to help accelerate the adoption of ebikes across individual and commercial customers. MR: We see ebikes being as commonplace as cell phones. We apply a value innovation approach to our design process - meaning we find ways to add value in new places while tweaking existing features based on years of experience and direct rider feedback. NB: How do you see the future for ebikes, and what do you have in the pipeline? Compared to other exploratory options, like drones and autonomous vehicles, our solution is scalable, proven and exists today. Sustainability is really important to me and our employees we believe ebikes are the best solution to some of the world’s toughest logistical and environmental challenges. For example, we have several product team members who are responsible for finding partially or entirely sustainable materials to replace packaging or ebike parts without sacrificing safety or durability. MR: Yes, as we have grown, we are able to allocate more resources to sustainability initiatives across our offices and supply chain. NB: In terms of sustainability, do you have specific initiatives in process to reduce production waste and explore eco materials? Mike Radenbaugh would like to see more people take on ebikes with RadRunner Rad Power Bikes In Europe, we are also pioneering the L1e-A category of electric bikes that have more power than standard pedelecs (a type of low-powered e-bike), diversifying our line-up in Europe with two 750W ebikes, a 1500W etrike and now the 250W RadRunner. We have built an entire ecosystem of product and support at an industry-leading price point, blending ecommerce, brick-and-mortar and business-to-business functions to lead the adoption of ebikes and industry. MR: We are one of the few and the first pure direct-to-consumer ebike brands. With the ebike market ever-expanding, how do you see the range competing in today’s global market? MR: Yes, I knew that in order to make ebikes popular, I had to build something different and distinct from the current, stale electric bikes. NB: It’s interesting that you decided to launch the brand with the unusual RadRover electric fat tire bike model. The deck can carry cargo accessories or convert into scooter-style seating Rad Power Bikes ![]()
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